This Cookie Policy explains how Wavemaker uses cookies and similar technologies on our website, www.wavemaker.org.uk.
Cookies help us ensure the website works properly, understand how it’s used, and process payments securely. You can control how cookies are used through our cookie banner and your browser settings.
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site function correctly and can provide information about how the site is used.
Some cookies are essential. Others are optional and only used with your consent.
We use cookies for the following purposes:
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They cannot be switched off and are usually set in response to actions you take, such as submitting forms or making payments.
This includes cookies required for:
- Website security
- Session management
- Secure payment processing
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often. This information is anonymised and used to improve the site.
We currently use Google Analytics for this purpose.
Analytics cookies are optional and will only be used if you give consent.
Payment Processing Cookies
When you make a payment through our website, cookies are set by our payment provider Stripe to process payments securely and prevent fraud.
Wavemaker does not store your card details. Stripe handles payment data directly in line with its own privacy and security obligations.
Some cookies are set by trusted third-party services we use, including:
- Stripe – for secure payment processing
- Google Analytics – for website usage statistics
These providers may process data outside the UK. Where this happens, appropriate safeguards are in place in line with UK data protection law.
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner allowing you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Choose your cookie preferences
You can change your cookie preferences at any time using the cookie settings on our website.
You can also control or delete cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling strictly necessary cookies may affect how the website functions.
Some cookies are session-based and are deleted when you close your browser. Others remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them.
Details of specific cookie durations are managed through our cookie consent tool.
For more information about how we use personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, contact us at:
info@wavemaker.org.uk
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law or how our website works. The latest version will always be published on our website.
